2007 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1959 MG Magnett
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 MG Magnett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 MG Magnett would be higher. At 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover Discovery (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1959 MG Magnett. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1959 MG Magnett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1568 kg more than 1959 MG Magnett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 MG Magnett. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Discovery will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Land Rover Discovery (441 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 MG Magnett. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 MG Magnett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Land Rover Discovery | 1959 MG Magnett | |
| Make | Land Rover | MG |
| Model | Discovery | Magnett |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 2720 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2530 mm |
